Better Internet for Kids

The Manifesto argues that children’s data require a distinct, child-centred data governance approach because children are more vulnerable than adults and may be less able to understand the long-term consequences of data collection and use. It stresses that children’s data are collected by a wide range of actors, including governments, technology companies, data brokers, schools and parents, and that these data can affect decisions concerning children’s present and future lives. 

The Recommendation consists of several key sections, including principles for ensuring a safe and beneficial digital environment for children, recommendations to governments regarding their overarching policy framework, guidelines for Digital Service Providers, and promoting international cooperation. 

This official advice document (Advies 2024-2025/12) from the Children's Rights Commissioner (Kinderrechtencommissariaat) urges European, federal, and Flemish authorities to actively safeguard children's rights online. It calls for strict regulations forcing tech platforms to implement "child-safe by design" principles, gradual age-based access, and the removal of addictive algorithms. Applying the precautionary principle, the document highlights risks such as cyberbullying, data exploitation, and exposure to harmful content.

The Cybersecurity Strategy Belgium 2.0 outlines Belgium's national framework to enhance cyber resilience. Overseen by the Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium (CCB), the strategy puts forward a whole-of-society approach focused on securing critical national infrastructure, protecting citizens and businesses from cyber threats, and strengthening response capabilities. It prioritises cross-sector collaboration among public authorities, the private sector, and academia, as well as active engagement with international cyber defence frameworks.

The Action Plan for the Development of Culture and Media until 2027 operationalises the National Plan for the Development of Culture and Media (2023–2027). The plan focuses on enhancing artistic creation, preserving cultural heritage, developing archives and libraries, improving media pluralism and journalist protection, and strengthening institutional governance.

This document sets out Cyprus’s strategic framework for integrating AI into schools. Formulated by the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth through the Cyprus Pedagogical Institute, the policy emphasises a human-centered approach to digital learning. Rather than adopting AI tools for their own sake, the policy focuses on building comprehensive AI literacy among students, teachers, and parents.

This policy framework provides guidelines for state education administrations on integrating Artificial Intelligence into school education processes. Emphasising a "constructively critical" approach and human-AI co-activity, the document outlines a unified national strategy for the use of AI tools while mitigating risks.

This framework establishes quality standards to ensure meaningful, structured participation of children and young people across administrative, community, and political levels. It serves as an interactive practical guide for decision-makers, youth workers, and public administrations to design, implement, and evaluate effective participation processes. Grounded in democratic rights, the guidelines outline core conditions for success, ranging from early involvement and transparent communication to dedicated resources and visible impact.

This report presents 35 recommendations to address growing mental health and well-being challenges among Danish children and youth aged 0–25. It defines well-being as the capacity to navigate life's inevitable setbacks within supportive communities. The report identifies key pressure points, including digital overexposure, modern parenting dynamics, and performance pressures.

This policy document presents 11 targeted recommendations to safeguard children and young people in digital environments and foster healthier online habits. Formulated through a multi-stakeholder alliance, it advocates for systemic measures against big tech commercial exploitation alongside community-based protections.